Bill > H3372

This bill aims to transition the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to 100% renewable electricity and net zero carbon emissions across all sectors by 2030. Key provisions include: - Establishing new statewide greenhouse gas emission limits and reporting requirements to monitor and enforce compliance. - Increasing the renewable energy portfolio standard for retail electric suppliers to 100% by 2029. - Requiring additional offshore wind and solar energy procurements. - Providing incentives and rebates for zero-emission vehicles and updating building codes to require electric vehicle charging infrastructure. - Mandating the electrification of public transportation and government vehicle fleets by 2030. - Developing a specialized net-zero energy building code and requirements for building commissioning. - Providing a just transition for workers affected by the energy transition, including prioritizing training and job placement in renewable energy jobs, pension funding, and wage/benefit parity. The overall goal is to combat climate change through an aggressive and equitable transition to renewable energy, while also addressing environmental justice and workforce impacts.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3372